The Seattle Times Jerry Large – The Seattle Times

I try to write about the intersections of everyday life and big issues. I like to invite readers to think a little differently. The topics I choose represent the things in which I take an interest, and I try to deal with them the way most folks would, som

(image) The clinical psychologist wrote the best-seller in the 1990s and is now updating the text. On a recent visit to Seattle, she said she believes we need to have conversations about race in order to create better communities for everyone.

(image) Putting people like movie directors, comedians and politicians on a pedestal is dangerous. Best to admire good actions without assuming too much about what lies beneath. That’s one way to stay sane.

(image) The Microsoft billionaire and philanthropist donated $50 million this week to fight Alzheimer’s. Together with company co-founder Paul Allen, the two remind us how devastating a hobbled brain is to anyone touched by the disease.

(image) It’s a good sign that members of the president’s own party are taking him to task for toxic leadership. Just don’t forget your own responsibility as a citizen in future elections. That’s where real change comes.

(image) Reading is fundamental, the arts are essential and history is a must. But more than at any time in our development, an understanding of math and science has become crucial in our political and personal lives.

(image) A new Pew survey of Americans shows the current partisan divide dwarfs divisions based on other characteristics, such as religion, race or gender. Now more than ever, we need to figure out how to compromise.

(image) Kenny Easley shared his perspective on a range of topics in a phone call this week as he prepared to visit Seattle for two honors this weekend. He talked about protests, the physical damage football does, Donald Trump and faith.